Fit Check Thread for Jackets

[Eagledog]

The look will definitely get a lot of attention!

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Feel like the consensus then is that I should resell it.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

This vintage N3A I got also has short sleeves, mainly because the elastic cuffs are old and do not extend fully. However, the body length is fine.

 

[Edward]

I’m on the fence, I want more opinions, it’s a little tight to button as well.

One thing I leaned the hard way over the years: if it doesn't fit, you won't be comfortable wearing it. And being able to fasten it closed doesn't mean it fits. For me the overall impression is it's too short and too tight - I'd get rid. First, though, take a note of where this one falls short and its measurements and labelled sizing, as that will help a lot in tracking the right one down.

Aside from being too tight, the length of the body looks like it would be fine with a trouser that sits on your natural waist. Ideal sleeve length can be subjective, of course, but to my eye these look significantly too short by as much as maybe four inches. (I like my sleeves on an outerwear jacket to hit across my knuckles with arms straight down; YMMV.)

This vintage N3A I got also has short sleeves, mainly because the elastic cuffs are old and do not extend fully. However, the body length is fine.

That one looks more borderline to me. The body length isn't noticeably short, so it *might* be saveable if you wanted to go to the expense of having the knits removed and replaced. I'd be very sure you think that would solve the issue first, though, as you may or may not recoup your additional outlay if you do decide to resell.

 

[ChewingWax]

Nothing particularly wrong with the fit, more so that the extremely long silhouette is unflattering on a leather jacket

it's a car coat.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

That one looks more borderline to me. The body length isn't noticeably short, so it *might* be saveable if you wanted to go to the expense of having the knits removed and replaced. I'd be very sure you think that would solve the issue first, though, as you may or may not recoup your additional outlay if you do decide to resell.

I love that parka. Are the sleeves really that egregious?

 

[TartuWolf]

I love that parka. Are the sleeves really that egregious?

Yeah I'd get rid of it based on the sleeve length alone.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Yeah I'd get rid of it based on the sleeve length alone.

Regrettably you may have a point

 

[TartuWolf]

Regrettably you may have a point

Yeah but you're asking for fit opinions on the internet from strangers, take them with a grain of salt. If you'd ask on reddit you'd probably get the typical cheerleading there and happily wear it onward.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Yeah but you're asking for fit opinions on the internet from strangers, take them with a grain of salt. If you'd ask on reddit you'd probably get the typical cheerleading there and happily wear it onward.

I find the opinions here to be pretty accurate most of the time.

Compare to the sleeves of the Iron Heart Deck Jacket.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Yeah I'd get rid of it based on the sleeve length alone.

I asked my girlfriend and she also agrees, sleeves are too short.

 

[TartuWolf]

I find the opinions here to be pretty accurate most of the time.

Compare to the sleeves of the Iron Heart Deck Jacket.

Oooh that one looks good. Much better to have few but well fitting garments.

 

[Eagledog]

This vintage N3A I got also has short sleeves, mainly because the elastic cuffs are old and do not extend fully. However, the body length is fine.

Looks like you have the same long arms problems I have. Although I'm a small I buy medium size to get 1" longer length in the sleeve. And they are still 2 inches too short. Then one year ago I discovered custom, and no longer waste my time having a closet full of oversized short sleeve jackets. The N3A jacket is too large and the sleeves are also too short. If it had an open cuff and not knit you could wear something longer underneath and let that take up the gap between the end of the sleeve and your hand.
I would recommend getting precise measurements of your body dimensions, especially arm length.
Don't buy anything without seeing measurement photos of the sleeves and body.
Listen to your girlfriend's advice. Unless she is trying to dress you to make sure you repel other women.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Oooh that one looks good. Much better to have few but well fitting garments.

That’s my girlfriend’s favorite coat I own.

It might be becoming my favorite too, something about it.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

It looks like you have the same long arm problems as I do. Although I'm a small I buy medium size to get 1" longer length in the sleeve. And they are still 2 inches too short. Then one year ago I discovered custom, and no longer waste my time having a closet full of oversized short sleeve jackets. The N3A jacket is too large and the sleeves are also too short. If it had an open cuff and not knit you could wear something longer underneath and let that take up the gap between the end of the sleeve and your hand.
I would recommend getting precise measurements of your body dimensions, especially arm length.
Don't buy anything without seeing measurement photos of the sleeves and body.
Listen to your girlfriend's advice. Unless she is trying to dress you to make sure you repel other women.

It's a really cool parka, but I don't think the fit suits my body. It's not very flattering. I’m likely going to sell it or donate it to the local Veterans Museum if they're interested, since it is an original piece.

I'm also debating whether I actually need a parka, as the coldest it gets where I live is around -5 degrees Fahrenheit. I’m not sure if the Iron Heart Deck Jacket and a hat would be sufficient for that temperature.

 

[Eagledog]

It's a really cool parka, but I don't think the fit suits my body. It's not very flattering. I’m likely going to sell it or donate it to the local Veterans Museum if they're interested, since it is an original piece.

I'm also debating whether I actually need a parka, as the coldest it gets where I live is around -5 degrees Fahrenheit. I’m not sure if the Iron Heart Deck Jacket and a hat would be sufficient for that temperature.

Yes! Get a battery powered vest for those cold days and you will be removing the hat and unzipping the jacket. It's better than adding a whole bunch of layers.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Yes! Get a battery powered vest for those cold days and you will be removing the hat and unzipping the jacket. It's better than adding a whole bunch of layers.

Yes to the parka?

 

[Eagledog]

Yes to the parka?

Yes to the iron heart deck jacket.
I like the stuff they make. Sleeve are almost long enough. Bronson also make a few items that work well with a small long arm shape body. Helps out a lot on the motorcycle.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Yes to the iron heart deck jacket.
I like the stuff they make. Sleeve are almost long enough. Bronson also make a few items that work well with a small long arm shape body. Helps out a lot on the motorcycle.

I am a 19.5 in the shoulders but my sleeve measurements are usually 26, 27, 28. The suede jacket I posted yesterday was a 24 in the sleeves.

 

[Canuck Panda]

The roughout shacket is short in the sleeves. But the big thing is that the sleeve opening is too wide for that rock star look. You could have it tailored and tighten at the wrist, but that's additional work and it's probably easier to just move it on.

The N-3A/N-3B in size Medium do have 35.5" nape sleeve length, but they wear shorter probably because the shrinking wool felt interlining and the knit cuff. However, when it comes to military clothing, I am much less critical about lengths or fit. As long as it's comfortable it's wearable.

The Ironheart pattern fit you very well. Stick with that and you don't have to worry about fit.